1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
